Hourly - Academic Tutor GEAR UP

Brookdale Community College; Neptune Township (NJ); On-site; USD 24,276 - 34,575; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in higher education is seeking an Hourly Academic Tutor to provide personalized support to middle and high school students. This role involves working closely with students to enhance their understanding of subjects such as Math, Science, and English Language Arts. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree and a passion for education, along with strong interpersonal and organizational skills. Join a dynamic team dedicated to fostering academic success and making a positive impact on students' lives through tailored tutoring sessions and study group facilitation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in the field or related field.
• Prior tutoring experience with K-12 students desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic support to middle and high school students.
• Facilitate study groups and assist with testing.

Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Computer Literacy

Knowledge of Research Strategies

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Learning Management System

ERP Software

Job description

Join to apply for the Hourly - Academic Tutor GEAR UP role at Brookdale Community College.

Provide academic student support by working one-on-one and in small groups with middle and high school students on specific concepts, e.g., Math, Science, and English Language Arts and skills.

Tutor individual and small groups of students in fundamental and advanced skills and areas of knowledge.

1. Facilitate study groups.
2. Provide assistance to students in comprehending discipline-specific subject matter.
3. Respond to student questions requiring an in-depth knowledge of subject matter, course concepts, and learning objectives.

Assist in conducting student support functions.

1. Provide assistance with testing in special circumstances where discipline-specific knowledge is required (e.g., students with special needs).
2. Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree required in the field or related field, or, in limited circumstances, the equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired.

Experience

• Prior tutoring experience with K-12 students desirable.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Proven ability to work effectively with students of varying ages, cultures, and knowledge bases.
• Proven ability to communicate ideas, principles, and concepts effectively in individual or small group settings.
• Computer literacy skills at an intermediate level, including the ability to utilize Microsoft Office Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and specialized software programs and applications relevant to the learning process (e.g., Learning Management System and ERP).
• Knowledge of information research strategies.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills with the ability to develop effective working relationships with students, staff, and faculty.
• Must successfully complete discipline-specific skills test.
• Ability to travel to other sites as needed.
• Fluency in a second language may be required.

Additional application materials include Cover Letter, Resume, and other relevant documents.

Compensation: $21.36/hr

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Education and Training

Industries

• Higher Education